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As our Head of Programmes you will manage our programmes from beginning to end - ie. from when a learner joins our Supported Internship Programme until they have been in employment for 6 months. 

This includes and is not limited to; managing our Programme Coordinators, managing relationships with our programme partners (Mencap, AOD), keeping the Fair Shot team as involved as possible, building a network of Fair Shot employers to take on our learners following their 11 month training programme, monetizing the programme, and supporting both the employer and ex learners for 6 months and offering. As a Head of department you will also be responsible for upholding our Fair Shot values,  ‘How we stand up for Fair Shot’ priorities, contributing to the growth, vision & strategy of FairShot. 

• Shift pattern: 5 days a week flexible working (3 days in office, 2  at home) 

• Paid Holidays – 30 days (including Bank Holidays) 

• One Friday off a month 

• 1 hour of free work coaching a month 

• Flexible workdays

• Budget assigned to your programme that includes travel expenses

• Free beverages at the Cafe

• 50% discount on all Cafe food

• 30% discount on our retail products

• Fun days with the learners and staff members

• Training for career development based on role and interest 

• DBS enhanced checked - we provide

• Safeguarding vulnerable adults course - we provide

Programmes

Support the team in improving logistics, operations, and collaboration with the café team. Ensure seamless integration of internal and external processes to optimize efficiency and effectiveness.

Employment Programme

Lead the strategic direction of the employment programme, securing 15+ employer partnerships annually. Monetise the programme, manage contracts and payments, and organise the annual Fair Shot employment network event. Build and maintain a database of employer partners, working with the Marketing Manager on newsletters and engagement. Support graduates and past employers while continuously improving programme growth and sustainability. Represent Fair Shot at career fairs, panels, and events, ensuring strong employer relationships. Maintain impact reports based on employer and graduate data.

Managing Supported Internship & Employment Programme Coordinators

Oversee and support team members in their roles. Conduct four performance reviews per year as per Fair Shot policy.

Managing Partnerships

Act as the Designated Safeguarding Lead, implementing behavioural policies for learners and graduates. Manage partnerships with Mencap and AOD, ensuring smooth collaboration, resolving conflicts, and supporting skills coaches. Continuously improve the programme in alignment with Fair Shot’s mission and learner needs.

Mentorship Programme

Train and support mentors to ensure their success. Maintain strong mentor relationships and foster a sense of belonging within the Fair Shot community.

Impact

Lead impact measurement for the employment programme, engaging with learners, employers, parents, and the Fair Shot team. Align all impact assessments with Fair Shot’s Theory of Change model, conducting annual reviews and refining outcomes. Gather insights via surveys and create content for the Social Impact Report with Marketing support.

Programme Link with Fair Shot & Mencap

Bridge communication between the Fair Shot team and Mencap management. Ensure collaboration across departments, keeping all teams informed and involved. Establish feedback loops, communication structures, and regular updates to ensure alignment and programme visibility. Support the Marketing Manager in raising public awareness of Fair Shot’s initiatives.

Fair Shot Role Model & Ambassador

Uphold Fair Shot’s values and cultivate a positive organisational culture. Represent Fair Shot at panels, webinars, podcasts, and networking events to promote the mission and grow partnerships. Strengthen employer engagement and advocate for inclusive employment opportunities.

L&D Business Development Manager

Business Disability Forum is the leading business membership organisation in disability inclusion. We are trusted partners, working with business, Government and disabled people to improve the life experiences of disabled employees and consumers, by removing barriers to inclusion.

• We work with over 600 Members employing around 20% of the UK workforce and an estimated 8 million people worldwide.
• We advise, support and encourage businesses (many of them global) to become more disability-smart.
• We influence policymakers by representing the voice of employers, disabled employees and consumers.
• We provide evidence-based thought leadership on how business affects the lives of disabled people.
• We help effect changes in business practices, products, services and policies that positively impact the life experiences of disabled people, and also benefit business.

The role

To lead on the development and delivery of BDF’s commercial learning and development offer. The L&D Business Development Manager will maintain a network of external training delivery partners (associate trainers) and will coordinate and track outsourcing of training to these partners as appropriate to enable us to scale our L&D offer

The role will also be responsible for maintaining and, where necessary, developing the BDF training content.

The requirement

• Experience of delivering training on diversity and inclusion, management skills or customer service.
• Experience of designing learning and development products and programmes (within one organisation or for commercial use).
• Experience of working with a variety of (internal or external) stakeholders to understand and respond to their L&D needs.
• Experience of working to financial targets.
• Experience of writing proposals for training interventions.

For the full job description and person specification of this role and instructions on how to apply please visit our website below via the button below:

How to apply

Applications should be by CV and a supporting statement, of up to 400 words, detailing why you think you would be suitable for the role. If you require any adjustments to the application process please contact Barnaby Powell as set out below. Applications should be addressed to Barnaby Powell, HR & Office Manager, Business Disability Forum, Dowgate Hill House, 14-16 Dowgate Hill, London EC4R 2SU. If you are submitting your application by email please do so to barnabyp @ businessdisabilityforum .org .uk

• Closing date for applications: Sunday, 23 March 2025.
• First interviews are planned for the week commencing 31 March 2025.
• Second interviews are likely to take place in the week commencing 7 April 2025.

Business Disability Forum is committed to ensuring that all its information, products and services are as accessible as possible to everyone.

If you wish to discuss anything in regards to accessibility or if you require alternative formats please contact Barnaby Powell by email at the address above or by telephone on 020-7403-3020.

For further information on Business Disability Forum please refer to our website via the link the below.

Equal opportunities

We are committed to becoming disability-smart and an employer of choice irrespective of race (which includes colour, nationality and ethnic or national origins), sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, religion or belief, marital or civil partnership status, age, disability, or pregnancy and maternity. The ethical and business case of ensuring that our workforce is representative of wider society is at the heart of what we do. When we are recruiting, disabled candidates who meet all of the essential criteria will be offered an interview.

Enthusiastic person,preferably with some experience of learning disability,plus management,charity,funding and simple monthly accounting .A bit of an allrounder to work in this small fun day centre supporting between 12 and 20 people daily.

This is a new paid role which is being funded by the National lottery Community fund for 2 years to allow Busydays time to grow and become fully self sufficient as it has been for the last 13 years.But the current voluntary CEO is retiring so a new special person is required to continue the good work in providing a fulfilling day.

Busydays is a small daycentre supporting between 12 and 20 people daily.You will be expected to interract regularly with the people we support and parents/carers when visiting the centre.It is a fun place to be and everyone wants to chat.

Leading a strong team of full time and part time staff.We have bank staff on call and use agency workers if required. 

Added benefits are Employee Assistance Plan helpline with advisers /assistance in times of need.

Responsibilities include:

Applying for funding opportunities and writing bids.

Oversight of the centre,including recruiting,training,monitoring and support of staff.DBS checking and follow up.

Supporting Day service Manager in current position for 1 year.Previously support worker in Busydays charity.

Regular meetings during the working week with Day Care Manager.

Leading on promotion of the charity liaising with other organisations and charitable bodies.Also liaising with accountant providing hours worked for payroll and payment.

Also leading/representative to deal with Charity Commision and local authorities when required.

Maintain adequate records and provide full reports 3/12 and statistics for National Lottery,any other funding bodies and for trustees meetings.

Attend trustee meetings.These are usually in the evening - This can be done virtually .

Keep up to date with any new legislation and uplifts of price from local authorities and rewrite policies.Structure new figures for the general running of Busydays.

Occasional meetings with onsite buildings manager and/or caretaker .

Staff interviews,appraisals,disciplinary issues and some supervisions.

Manage a complaints process approved by the trustees.

Overseeing case records for the purpose of providing information,monitoring and reporting to any authority.

Ordering of stock,prizes and birthday /Christmas presents from charity outlets as much as possible.

Ordering all stock when required.

Arranging parent /carer coffee mornings/support groups.

Searching for new opportunities and new funding opportunities.

There are various activities planned during the week-Yoga,Music,Dance,Drama all have professionals attending .Busydays has special days out throughout the year-funds allowing and also have several Christmas pantos and meals Therefore arranging the special activities/days out-gaining quotes and deciding with day care manager the feasibility of the venture against the cost involved plus risk assessing.

Jointly preparing care plans for new people that are going to start being supported by Busydays .Reviewing care plans with Day service manager.

Liaising with local colleges/universities when required .We are used for training placements for social work students and health and social care students.

Monthly essential tasks are preparing accounts for the county council service users and for parents/carers submitting and collecting on time.

Monthly payments to staff,activity teachers regularly and transport companies and other agencies when required.Keeping a close eye on all finances.

By expanding the numbers of people being supported at Busydays and further funding this will ensure the continuity of Busydays.

Circles Network are working in Partnership with The Edmunds Trust to host a programme known as the Keyworker Collaborative. We are recruiting to our dynamic team who support children, young people and adults, up to the age of 25. We work alongside Autistic and Learning Disabled people who have additional mental illness that puts them at risk of hospitalisation or who are hospitalised and who are registered with a GP in Cambridgeshire or Peterborough. Using personed centred and trauma informed approaches our team members get to know young people and support them to have their voices, choices and opinions heard. They support them to navigate the systems of health, education and social care ensuring that they are informed and the focus of all proffesionals involved in the lives. The Keyworker programme is a national initiative and part of NHS England's long term plan. The programme is in its forth year of operation in Cambridgeshire and Peteborough, starting as a piolot project in 2021 and is funded by the ICB. 

• Role: Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) Manager
• Head office: Thame, Oxfordshire
• Working arrangements: Flexible, with travel to Thame, our support locations in England and Scotland, and working from home
• Salary: £45,000
• Hours: 37.5 per week
• Professional growth: access to relevant PBS and PROACT SCIP qualifications and ongoing development

Make a real impact every day

At Affinity Trust, Positive Behaviour Support (PBS) is all about supporting people to live life on their own terms. We understand that every action tells a story, and we provide the right tools and environment to help each person express themselves in their unique way.

As our PBS Manager, you will play a crucial role in ensuring that everyone receives the support they need. Using your leadership skills and expertise, you will help us to create a culture where every voice is heard, valued, and supported in a way that makes sense to them.

What will I do?

• Lead, coach and develop a small team of dedicated PBS practitioners and a psychologist ensuring their work aligns with best practices and Affinity Trust standards of quality
• Empower teams with guidance and tools to develop and refine approaches that respect the choices and unique voices of the people we support
• Design and deliver high quality PROACT SCIP and PBS training to build confidence and capability within the team
• Continuously evolve our approach by evaluating the impact of training, using data and best practices to drive meaningful improvements
• Advocate for inclusivity in everything we do, every day.

What do I need to demonstrate in my application?

• A relevant qualification or accredited training in Positive Behaviour Support or Behaviour Analysis at diploma or degree level.
• Willingness to complete a qualification in Positive Behaviour Support and PROACT SCIP instructor training
• Proven experience in Positive Behavioural Support, with a passion for putting people at the forefront of what we do
• Strong leadership skills, particularly in coaching, mentoring and developing people.
• Knowledge of evidence-based approaches to providing support that is not restrictive
• Ability to analyse data and use it to inform practice and decision-making.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to influence and engage diverse stakeholders.

What other benefits will I have?

We have a range of benefits that you can mix and match to suit you, such as:
 

• Blue light card – we will reimburse your Blue Light Card membership which provides discounts in your favourite shops and restaurants
• Simply Health - Fully funded health cash plans giving you access to a 24-hour GP, money back on prescriptions, dental treatment, opticians and access to many more health benefits.
• Vivup – spread the cost of home and electronics items, or a bike to cycle to work through fixed salary reductions throughout the year.
• Buy and sell annual leave – transfer windows open twice a year. 
• Pension and Life Assurance – you’ll be enrolled into our Scottish Widows pension scheme and Life Assurance scheme.

Ready to make a real impact? Join our team where every person’s voice is heard, respected and valued? Apply today and be part of something special!

Join Our Team as a Female Complex Needs Support Worker

Location:

Tadley, Hampshire

Salary:

£12.30 per hour (£23,985 pro-rata) plus benefits. 

Hours:

37.5 hours per week, shifts vary between 7:00 am and 9:30 pm, Monday to Sunday (on a shift rota basis).

Contract:

Full-time, Permanent.

Driving Requirement:

A valid full UK manual driving license is preferable, but not essential.

Right to Work:

Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. Unfortunately, we are unable to offer any skilled worker visas.

Essential Criteria

To be considered for this position, you will demonstrate exposure to two of the following areas of expertise:

• Physical Disabilities
• Complex Health Needs
• Learning Disabilities
• Life-limiting conditions
• End of Life Care

About You

Are you someone who truly enjoys making a difference in others lives? Do you have a calm, caring, and resilient nature that helps you thrive in challenging situations? If so, we want to hear from you!

We're looking for individuals to join our colleague team who are enthusiastic and take a proactive approach, and have a strong emotional resilience. If you have got experience with challenging health needs and end of life care, you could be exactly who we are looking for.

What will you be doing?

As a Complex Needs Support Worker, you'll be more than just their support – you'll be a key part of someone's journey towards living their best life. Here's what you'll be doing:

• Daily Care & Support: Helping with personal care, meal preparation, and other daily tasks.
• Building Relationships: Getting to know the people you support, understanding their needs, and helping them live life on their own terms.
• Social Engagement: Supporting activities like hobbies, and ensuring everyone could enjoy what they love doing.
• Respect & Dignity: Ensuring that the individuals and their families are treated with the utmost respect, dignity, and equality.

 Who you will be Supporting?

Heather House is a specialist nursing home for 16 young adults living with severe complex neurological, learning and physical disabilities and life limiting conditions, including juvenile CLN3 (Batten) disease, and Rett syndrome.

Our residents love taking part in activities in the home, like music, singing and accessing their own hydro pool. They love taking part in events celebrating Valentines, Easter, Halloween and Christmas. At Christmas time we have our very own wonderland in the garden which is truly magical.

Why work for us?

At SeeAbility, we value your growth and well-being just as much as the support you provide, we can offer you:

• Comprehensive Training: Start with an extensive induction and continue developing your skills with face-to-face training, e-learning, and ongoing support.
• Career Progression: We support your ambitions, offering opportunities to achieve professional qualifications (Care Certificate, QCF levels 2-5).
• Recognition & Rewards: From excellence awards to long service recognition, your hard work won’t go unnoticed.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy up to 36 days of holiday with long service, flexible working options, and time off for life events.
• Financial Benefits: Discounts, cashback, pension schemes, and more, to help your money go further.
• Wellbeing Support: Access to a 24/7 employee assistance program, life assurance and sick pay.
• Refer a Friend: Receive £600 (Support Workers to Deputy only).

About us

Registered as The Royal School for the Blind, SeeAbility is one of the oldest disability charities in the UK. This year we are celebrating our 225th anniversary, having pioneered specialist support across multiple generations since 1799!

We specialise in supporting people who have learning disabilities, autism, complex needs, who may also have sight loss. Our support ranges from providing person-centred support across our many supported-living and residential care provisions. Furthermore, we provide specialist eye-care services to children and adults alike and assists people with a disability to find paid employment for the very first time.

SeeAbility provides the resources and expertise that make this possible, we support people to live ambitious lives and achieve things they never thought possible.

Safer Recruitment

SeeAbility is committed to safe and fair recruitment practices, safeguarding and protecting those who we support. It is a condition of employment that perspective employees will be subject to the following:

• A criminal background check through the Disclosure and Barring Service (where appropriate).
• Documentary evidence to confirm your identity, current address, and the right to work in the UK.
• Health Declaration to ensure that you are medically suitable for the role you have been offered. 
• References will be obtained to ensure satisfactory evidence of conduct in current or previous employment concerned with the provision of services relating to (a) health or social care, or (b) children or vulnerable adults. 

These checks will be carried out and completed prior offering a date to start employment at SeeAbility’ s expense.

Diversity

We actively seek to attract and retain talent from diverse backgrounds, recognising that a wide range of perspectives strengthen our teams. In exceptional circumstances, the role is exempt from the Equality Act 2010 (Schedule 9, Part 1) which provides for the application of a genuine occupational requirement.

SeeAbility encourages applications from individuals of all identities, including those from underrepresented groups and those with a disability. We believe a diverse workforce drives innovation, creativity, and success. Everyone’s unique experiences and views are appreciated their opinion valued.  We particularly welcome applications from those with a disability.

Equal People Mencap support vulnerable adults and children, including those with learning disabilities, autism and complex needs to live independently and participate fully in the community. We work across west and central London.

We are looking for an enthusiastic, motivated and experienced individual to join us as a Senior Support Worker, supporting a passionate and friendly team of staff. Working alongside another Senior Support Worker you will support the Floating Support Manager to deliver an effective support service which enables everyone to achieve their aspirations.

We enable people to lead fulfilling and valued lives, maintain their tenancies, participate in their local community, develop independent living skills and achieve their personal goals and desired outcomes. As well as providing direct care and support, you will have the opportunity to act as a Key Worker supporting people to achieve their dreams and goals.

Working closely with the Project Manager, you will ensure that the quality standards and requirements of CQC are met and that the service meets and exceeds the expectations set out in the service specification. This will include working alongside the team to undertake referral assessments, plan transitions and work with individuals and their circle of support to co-produce and implement support plans.

At least 1 years’ experience in providing care and support is essential for this role.

We can offer you:

• A competitive salary

• Generous sleep-in allowances 

• Opportunities for overtime

• Company sick pay

• Paid carers leave

We are a passionate and inclusive organisation. We embrace diversity and encourage applicants from all backgrounds and cultures.

A little bit about the role 

Please note this role will be closing at 9am on Monday 17 March 2025. 

The Digital Learning Team design, deliver and implement innovative technology driven, educational solutions that enhance the learner experience on our programmes. They are responsible for the learning experience design on Virtual learning environments (VLE) and work with curriculum and pedagogy to create engaging, accessible and interactive digital learning content.

As a Coordinator, you will primarily support on Year 1 of Approach Social Work. You will be responsible for managing the Digital Learning helpdesk and providing administrative support on our Moodle learning platform. Your role is essential in creating a high-quality learning environment for both staff and participants. Please note that ‘Administrator’ is the title we use for advertising. Internally, administrators are known as ‘Coordinators’ so this role’s full title is Digital Learning Coordinator.

Some key responsibilities include:

• Manage the Salesforce helpdesk and serve as the main contact for Digital Learning queries.
• Administer Moodle by managing accounts, content, backups, quality reviews, and troubleshooting.
• Support the Digital Learning Team with meetings, documentation, and information management.
• Develop training materials and guidance for staff and participants.

Full list of role responsibilities can be found in the job pack

A little bit about you 

We are looking for a highly organised and proactive individual to join our Digital Learning Team. In this role, you will manage queries, coordinate administrative tasks, and support the smooth delivery of online learning. You should have experience handling customer support, managing multiple priorities under tight deadlines, and maintaining accurate records. Proficiency in Microsoft 365 is essential, while familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce and learning platforms such as Moodle would be beneficial.

Knowledge of digital accessibility and learning technologies would also be useful. You will need strong communication skills, the ability to learn new systems quickly, and a practical approach to problem-solving. If you are adaptable, resourceful, and eager to contribute to digital learning, we would love to hear from you.

We have a fast-moving culture within the team and organisation, so we’re looking for someone who is who is well organised, details-focused and can use their initiative to do what works. You will have excellent communication skills, be able to build relationships with people and be willing to learn. There are lots of opportunities for growth and development in this role – and for the right candidate to make the role their own. 

If you feel you have the skills to make a real impact and contribute to creating lasting social change for children and families, we would love to hear from you. 

Important information

We have increased the diversity of Frontline’s workforce in the last 12 months, but we need to do more to have greater racialised minority representation in our senior roles. We know the value racialised minority voices bring and therefore, we are strongly encouraging applicants from these backgrounds to apply. We are also a disability confident employer and welcome applicants with disabilities.

Please let us know how we can make the recruitment process more accessible for you by emailing the People team (please see the job pack for contact information).

We recognise that artificial intelligence (AI) such as ‘ChatGPT’ etc can be useful for applicants e.g. to shorten an initial draft, so we do not attempt to have an absolute ban on AI in applications. However we would caution applicants not to rely too much on AI in drafting answers to application questions. We want to hear your authentic voice arising out of your experience, and we will be looking for answers that use examples and experiences that are specific to you. You are more likely to be able to produce that kind of content yourself than an AI will.

We reserve the right to close this role ahead of the deadline once we reach a suitable number of applications, so please apply as soon as you can!

You will need to have current right-to-work in the UK prior to application and for at least the first six months (for permanent positions) or for the full duration of the contract (for fixed-term positions). Visa sponsorship is not guaranteed.

Job Summary

The Enterprise Lead role is a vital expansion of our employment work supporting the majority of our students who wish to secure paid work. The role will be varied working across our catering, gardening, and woodworking enterprises and will have significant autonomy to lead on strategy and delivery for these enterprises.

Who We Are

PIP is a local charity that supports adults with learning disabilities or autism to achieve their potential, and to lead lives that are as independent as possible.  

Our mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our students.

What You’ll Need

• Working with people with learning disabilities, or a similar client group
• Experience of managing or playing a significant role in employment schemes
• Project management, ideally with training schemes
• Understanding of and commitment to a person-centred approach
• An understanding of the needs of employers and ability to articulate the benefits of having a diverse workforce to businesses
• Able to establish, develop and maintain constructive and professional relationships, both internal and external, with a wide variety of professional and carers
• Evidenced experience of success in building strong and positive relationships with a variety of people and organisations

What We Offer:

• The salary for this role is between £29,500 & £33,000 dependent on experience
• You'll get 25 days holiday + bank holidays ever year. We're closed for Christmas but the rest of the year you may take leave whenever you wish
• An extra day of annual leave for each year you've worked with us up to another 5 (30 in total)
• We offer a travel subsidy of up to £7.50 per day to help with the cost of commuting
• We provide a 4% pension contribution
• Incremental pay progression
• It's an early finish on Fridays - we close once all students leave around 4pm
• Free Employee Assistance Programme 24/7 including access to counselling
• We offer regular team meals and social-generally during work hours and they are optional
• We offer a cycle-to-work scheme and other staff discounts.

Our Mission

PiP's mission is to empower adults with learning disabilities to achieve their potential. We are a growing, grassroots charity based in West London, and run a number of key services to promote independence and choice for our service users.

Our commitments

PiP is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of adults and expects all employees, workers and volunteers to share this commitment. The successful applicant will be required to undertake an enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check.

We are committed to diversity and inclusion at work and are accredited with the Inclusive Employers Standard 2020. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, particularly applicants who are significantly underrepresented in our sector, such as people with lived experience of disabilities and individuals from Black and Minority ethnic communities. 

PiP keeps all personal information confidential and in line with current data protection legislation and GDPR. 

Closing Date:  March 30th 2025

We encourage you to apply early, as applications will be reviewed as soon as they are received, and we reserve the right to close the advert sooner subject to finding suitable candidates. 

Are you passionate about capturing and sharing learning from projects and programmes and able to analyse and summarise key points from a wealth of information? ISEAL´s Innovations Fund is a central component of our work to catalyse innovations that improve the effectiveness and deepen the impacts of market-based approaches to sustainability. This is an exciting role to work on the development of a learning agenda and value proposition for the Fund, as well as producing relevant communications and learning reports.

First launched in 2016, the Fund supports innovative projects by ISEAL Community Members to help sustainability systems deliver more value to their stakeholders and effectively drive sustainability improvement on the ground, over time, and at scale. The Fund provides grants that enable recipients to develop and test new technologies and approaches, while drawing out cross-project learning to share with the wider sustainability community.

The Associate Manager will work closely with ISEAL colleagues and grantees to improve the ways learning is extracted from the projects, and to produce high-quality learning products. The person in this role will take ownership of the engagement processes necessary to collate and share lessons learnt in a strongly collaborative setting with ISEAL Community Member organisations or other stakeholders. Previous experience with MEL activities, and specifically on project and programme learning is required to be successful in this role.

The key responsibilities we entrust you with

Implementation of Innovations Fund learning agenda

• Develop and maintain an overall learning agenda for the Fund, and lead Fund and programme team on all aspects of its delivery
• Propose and implement methodologies for capturing learning from grants and for evaluating the effectiveness and impact of the Fund during and after project implementation
• Working with thematic leads, extract and synthesize key lessons and trends across multiple grants and produce reports and other learning outputs to share practical lessons and insights
• Lead the design and delivery of knowledge sharing and learning workshops, facilitating peer to peer interactions between organisations participating in grant-funded projects
• Act as programme officer for Innovations Fund projects aligned with job holder expertise, to provide support and technical insight to grantees and gain insights into project learning
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and other forms of research to support implementation of the learning agenda and to inform the focus of the Fund’s upcoming thematic funding rounds
• Review and provide input on call announcements and on Fund application, proposal, and reporting templates to ensure that these support the Funds learning agenda and approach

Communications

• Working with the rest of the Innovations Fund team, identify opportunities for increasing the Fund’s visibility and map internal and external stakeholders who can support widening the Fund´s impact
• Support implementation of the Fund’s communications strategy, identifying target audiences for Fund and producing and adapting learning products for each
• Produce reports, briefing papers, blogs, case studies, and slide decks, and manage content on ISEAL’s online platforms, to communicate Fund learnings and project findings, outcomes, and achievements
• Project manage work with external designers for specific communications outputs

Other

• Support organisation in Monitoring & Evaluation tasks for the Innovations Fund and contribute to donor reporting
• Help to ensure that the Innovations Fund and related activities deliver on annual workplans, meet commitments to donors

Essential experience, knowledge and attributes

• Solid experience in a role related to project or programme learning activities, analysis of project data and reporting of lessons learnt
• General knowledge of international development and/or sustainability context, ideally with knowledge of sustainability standards or sustainability action
• Ability to quickly grasp new concepts and topical areas
• Excellent project management skills, with ability to establish and manage priorities
• Excellent writing skills and ability to synthesise and distil technical information for a range of audiences
• Proven ability to analyse large sources of information and to identify and summarise the most important points in accessible language
• Strong relationship building and engagement skills with a range of stakeholders, both internal and external
• Experience in facilitating sessions and workshops, even on topics outside of own expertise
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with cross-functional teams in a fully remote, international environment, including occasional international time-zone calls
• Proficient IT skills, familiarity with virtual meeting tools (e.g. Teams, Zoom, etc.)
• Demonstrated interest in sustainability issues

 Desirable

• Previous experience drawing lessons learnt from across multiple projects or grants
• Previous experience with an Innovations Fund or similar grant facility
• Good understanding of how market-based sustainability systems operate
• Previous experience in monitoring, evaluation and reporting

About ISEAL

ISEAL supports ambitious sustainability systems and their partners to tackle the world’s most pressing sustainability challenges – from the climate emergency and biodiversity crisis to human rights and persistent poverty. ISEAL Community Members include many of the most respected sustainability schemes worldwide and are active across a diverse range of sectors. Read more about us on our website. 

ISEAL´s culture and how we will help you thrive

Our values are Connection, Empowerment, Inspiration, Wellbeing, Effective Working and Creativity.

These are traits we value in each other and in the organisation overall and we instil these in all our processes and interactions.

The issues we work on are of a global nature and our team reflects this, with individuals from many different backgrounds and nationalities. We know this diversity adds to the high quality of work we deliver as an organisation and through our commitment to diversity and inclusion we want to add strengths and perspectives in our team with each recruitment. Diversity for us includes race and gender identity, age, disability status, sexual orientation, religion and many other areas forming part of someone´s identity. We are proud to be an equal opportunities employer.

As an organisation, we also support our people in their personal and professional development, with specific budgets and processes enabling individuals to take advantage of growth and development opportunities.

We offer 25 days of annual leave, to which we will add a day a year after 2 years (to a maximum of 30 days), as well as an extra five days as a one off once you have been with us for a full five years.

We recognise individuals’ preferences when it comes to where and when to work through a hybrid working model with a minimum of 4 days per month in the London office as well as the opportunity to apply for flexible working arrangements to suit individual´s needs.

Other relevant information

Term: This is a permanent contract

Working hours: Full time, 37.5 hours per week

Salary: £45,800 –49,800 per annum, depending on experience

Location: London. Applicants will need to provide evidence that they are entitled to work in the UK. An ability and willingness to work in a hybrid work environment is required.

International travel: The post holder may be required to undertake occasional international travel

Ideal start date: May 2025

Deadline for applications is 16 March 2025

Please note that we will only contact shortlisted applicants.

Interview process

Please see below the planned interview process (please note that we will endeavour to keep to this schedule, but some dates may be subject to change):

First interviews (Teams): 20-24 March

Pre-interview timed exercises (between 60 – 90 minutes from home): 24-30 March

Panel interviews (Teams or in person): w/c 31 March

Decision: w/c 7 April

Accessibility

If candidates required additional time or other considerations for the interview process, we are committed to accommodating any reasonable requests.

Please note that ISEAL will cover travel expenses for in person interviews for candidates travelling from outside of Greater London. ISEAL also covers caring expenses for candidates who are carers and need to arrange of cover for the duration of the interview/exercises.

Role Title: Learning and Development Manager

Salary: £48166 to £49,558

Location: London-Hybrid

Tenure: Permanent - Full time

ActionAid UK is a member of the ActionAid Federation, an international charity that works with women and girls living in poverty. As part of the ActionAid Federation, we work with women and girls, our partners, and dedicated staff in 43 countries to end violence and fight poverty so that all women, everywhere, can create the future they want

Are you a keen advocate of women and girls’ rights in emergencies? 

Can you create engaging and innovative learning strategies and programmes?

Then we'd love to hear from you!

We’re looking for an innovative and knowledgeable Learning & Development Manager to join our People & Culture team

This is an exciting and autonomous role in a small but ambitious team, where you will work alongside the Director of People Transformation & Culture,  Head of People & Culture and the HR Team. You’ll have the opportunity to shape learning and development across the organisation, working with incredible colleagues to support them on their learning journeys, enabling our colleagues to deliver to the best of their ability.

The ideal candidate will possess expertise in fostering a culture of learning, wellbeing, inclusion, and service excellence, they will have strong project management skills and will be able to identify and address potential risks and issues in project execution, proposing solutions as needed as well as a keen interest in enhancing learning and development initiatives, while imbedding our Anti-racist and Feminist Principles.
 

You will be able to demonstrate how you have improved or implemented ways or working strategies within learning as well as how you document processes and templates that are easily accessible. You will also be able to demonstrate how you have designed and delivered comprehensive learning and skills development experiences and how you have ensured alignment of learning initiatives with organisational goals and individual career paths. 

You'll be an agile thinker, using a flexible approach to inspire and empower individuals and teams to proactively develop their knowledge, skills, and behaviours in a fast-paced environment-Communicating confidently, leveraging influencing skills utilising a genuine passion for people to build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders. It is essential that you can work at pace in a complex INGO matrix business with different priorities and can demonstrate experience of using Project Management software. 

What you'll be doing:

• Utilising LMS systems to ensure learning is accessible
• Keeping up to date with L&D trends and best practices
• Assessing/evaluating current learning materials
• Driving forward a culture of learning and respectful feedback, ensuring personal and professional development is embedded across the organisation

What you'll bring:

• Proven experience of LMS management
• Create engaging learning activities and compelling course content for both in person and online use
• Create bespoke online content and curated learning collections
• Proven strong stakeholder management
• Experience designing and delivering L&D programmes, along with evaluation
• Budget and project management experience
• Learning evaluation methodology and how to implement this.
• CIPD L5 Qualification or Equivalent 

This role provides essential support to the business whilst ensuring delivery of our L&D strategy. Working with the wider People, Transformation & Culture department to ensure our wonderful people have access to ‘best in class’ professional and personal development at every stage of their career with ActionAid UK.

Please Review our Feminist Principles & Behaviours 

Due to the nature of this role, the successful candidate will be asked to participate in criminal records checks at the point of offer.

Additional Information:

Diversity, Equality, Inclusion and Belonging:

Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging are key to our organisational culture. We are on a journey to become not only an anti-racist organisation but one that proudly

celebrates the diversity of all applicants and employees. We look forward to you bringing your full self to work, proudly sharing your unique perspective and helping us to shape our combined future. We especially welcome applications from those from underrepresented/marginalised communities.

AAUK is a disability Confident Committed organisation and as such any candidate that declares a disability will be shortlisted for interview if they meet the essential criteria for the role.

Referencing and Safeguarding:

All offers of employment will be subject to satisfactory references and appropriate screening checks, which can include safeguarding, criminal records and terrorism

finance checks. By submitting an application, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

ActionAid UK is committed to preventing any form of sexual harassment, exploitation, and abuse (including child abuse and adult at-risk abuse) and responding robustly when these harms take place. We expect all ActionAid UK Staff and ActionAid UK Representatives to share this commitment. We will not tolerate our Staff or other representatives carrying out any form of sexual harassment, exploitation or abuse towards anyone we come into contact with through our work.

ActionAid UK also participates in the Inter Agency Misconduct Disclosure Scheme.  In line with this Scheme, we will request information from job applicants’ previous employers about any findings of sexual exploitation, sexual abuse and/or sexual harassment during employment, or incidents under investigation when the applicant left employment. By applying, the job applicant confirms their understanding of these recruitment procedures.

Working practices:

ActionAid is committed to supporting flexible working. If you would like to discuss flexible working options, including the possibility of a job share for this role, there will be space to do so during the interview process.

ActionAid UK has a hybrid working policy for many of our roles. The requirement will vary from team to team and the responsibilities of individual roles. As a minimum, all colleagues are expected to attend the office 12 days per year, plus additional time for induction, training, and “Company Connection days.” Some roles may require in- office attendance on all days and if so, these will clearly be marked as in-office roles.

Please note that ActionAid UK does not offer fully remote working options. We encourage you to discuss hybrid working expectations at interview.

Please not you will need to the the Right to Work in the UK

Recruitment Processes:

Please note that ActionAid UK may review, shortlist and interview candidates prior to the closing date so we encourage all candidates to apply as soon as possible.

If we receive a very high response, we may close the vacancy early and will not accept further submissions.

Inclusion North is a Community Interest Company which exists to make inclusion a reality for all people with a learning disability, autistic people, and their families. We are looking for an experienced and motivated professional to lead our fundraising efforts and drive impactful campaigns that raise awareness and increase financial sustainability.

This is an exciting opportunity to join Inclusion North at a critical time. We have a strong reputation, a dedicated team, and a clear vision for growth. However, we need to diversify our income streams and strengthen our campaigns to ensure long-term sustainability. This role will be instrumental in securing vital funding, developing partnerships, and amplifying our voice.

As a values-led organisation, it’s not just what we do that matters, but how we do it. Inclusion North is built on an equal partnership between people with lived experience and professionals committed to making inclusion a reality. We are looking for a Campaigns & Fundraising Manager who embodies these values and can bring creativity, strategic thinking, and fundraising expertise to our team.

If you are passionate about social change, have experience in securing funding, and want to lead campaigns that make a real difference, we would love to hear from you.

Hours, Contract, and Location

• Full-time, 37.5 hours per week (flexible working requests will be considered).
• Permanent contract.
• Home-based, with occasional travel across the North East, North Cumbria, Yorkshire, Humber, and Derbyshire.
• Salary: £40,000 per annum.

Closing date for applications: Friday 28th March.

We are a Disability Confident Employer.

To apply, download our application pack we do not accept CVs or covering letters

Dimensions are proud to be one of very few social care organisations that are accredited by the Great Places To Work programme in 2024, our 6th year in a row!

A fantastic new opportunity has arisen to Join Dimensions and be part of our senior leadership team as an Operations Director in North Central. This is an exciting time to join the North Regional Management Team as we expand our operations in response to significant growth in this area.

You will take on direct line management responsibilities for our North Central Locality managers, who are registered with CQC.

Whilst the position is home based, there is an expectation that the Operations Director will regularly visit the homes and be there for their teams as and when required, with a keen focus on the development of quality and practice through great leadership. Your area will cover Barnsley, Leeds, East Riding, Redcar & Cleveland, and Middlesbrough.

As Dimensions is part of a National Organisation, there will be a requirement for the post holder to attend occasional meetings outside of the region, but these will be limited to supporting personal and professional development and to connectivity with peers and access to a wider support network.

Closing Date - 17th March

Shortlisting - 19th March

Psychometric Testing - 21st March

Expert by Experience Panel Interview - 4th April

Face to Face Interviews - 8th April 

About the role - Your main duties will include: 

• Understanding the needs and outcomes of the people living in the London area, along with the standards expected for the delivery of care by CQC.
• Leading a group of Locality Managers who report directly to you, ensuring that they manage and lead their teams in an effective way in line with Dimensions values.
• Leading managers, teams and stakeholders to work collaboratively, making a positive difference for the people we support.
• Ensuring minimum standards are understood and adhered to, while striving for excellence in line with people’s personal choices and person-centred outcomes.
• Working in partnership with the regional leadership team to deliver on regional goals and initiatives.

About you - The successful applicant will have: 

• A great knowledge and understanding of supported living and registered care support for people with a learning disability.
• Have a demonstrable understanding of the requirements of the CQC and of working in health and social care.
• Be results focused; the ability to work proactively, plan, organise, optimise resources and complete targets within agreed timescales.
• Experienced in leading and delivering projects
• Have good networking, influencing and negotiation skills

The rewards

• £6,000 car allowance
• Up to 35 days' annual leave entitlement (including bank holidays)
• Staff discount shopping scheme 'Rewarding Dimensions'
• We offer a salary advance scheme where you can access up to 50% of the money you've earned before payday.
• Employee Assistant programme
• Pension scheme
• Long Service Awards
• Qualification scheme
• Employee recognition scheme 'Inspiring People'
• Discounted health and dental cover
• Life Assurance

Apply now

• We welcome applications from everyone who has the right to work in the UK, and value diversity in our workforce
• As a Disability Confident Leader, we guarantee to interview all disabled applicants who meet the minimum criteria for the vacancy - Dimensions has been awarded this symbol by jobcentre Plus to recognise our commitment toward the employment, retention, training and career development of disabled employees.
• We have British Sign Language (BSL) translated videos for all our recruitment communications.
• As we are committed to being representative of the communities, we would particularly welcome applications from people with a disability and people from minority ethnic backgrounds.

Ambitious About Autism's college settings are currently looking for an Assistive Technologist to join the team. Ambitious Collage settings provide excellent education for Autistic young people with complex needs. The college aims to enable learners to access further education and to develop skills and knowledge that lead to successful transitions to adulthood where our learners will live, work and contribute to their local communities.

As the Assistive Technologist, you will develop, implement, monitor, and enable assistive technology for our learners. You will provide modelling and training to staff and parents on the full continuum of communication and technology support. Working as a diagnostic team member you will provide ongoing technical assistance to learners, staff, and parents.

Your role as Assistive Technologist:

• Collaborate with colleagues and parents to share information and expertise to plan and implement effective student programs for the purpose of developing and implementing assistive technology services.
• Facilitate student communication in social settings across environments through the use of assistive technology.
• Work with learners who qualify for assistive technology support to develop an appropriate individualised learning plan.
• Proficiently use technology to communicate, compile reports and collect data, providing accurate records and communicating with team members, parents, administration, and charity staff.

The role can be based at either site with some travel.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work for a forward-thinking organisation with the interests and wellbeing of autistic children and young people at its core.

We are committed to CPD, where you can access a wide range of training and development opportunities to support your personal and professional development. Other benefits include a generous holiday allowance, access to our Employee Assistance Programme, a wide range of wellbeing activities and more.

For further details on how you can make a difference and find out what we have to offer, please see our recruitment pack. 

If you have any questions about the role or would like to have a confidential call, please contact Stephen Vickers

Ambitious about Autism is fully committed to equality of opportunity and diversity and we warmly welcome applications from all suitably-qualified candidates. We welcome applications regardless of race, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origins, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, marital or civil partner status, pregnancy or maternity, disability, or age. All applications will be considered solely on merit.

Ambitious about Autism is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of children and young people and successful candidates will be subject to an Enhanced DBS check. 

The Safeguarding responsibilities of the post as per the job description and personal specification.
Whether the post is exempt from the rehabilitation of Offenders Act 1974 and the amendment to the Exceptions Order 1975, 2013 and 2021. This means that when applying for certain jobs and activities certain spent convictions and cautions are ‘protected', so they do not need to be disclosed to employers, and if they are disclosed, employers cannot take them into account. Further information about filtering offences can be found in the DBS Filter Guidance.